Pan-Seared Chicken with Zesty Tomato and Basil Sauce

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Tender chicken breasts pan-seared to golden perfection and served with a vibrant tomato and basil sauce that bursts with fresh flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove chicken and keep warm.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves. Cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the tomato basil sauce over the top. Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil if desired.

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